Michael Douglas Receives Coveted Cannes Palme d’Or Award, Joined by Stunning Catherine Zeta-Jones and Daughter Carys in Jaw-Dropping Plunging Gowns

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The 76th Festival de Cannes kicked off Tuesday with veteran actor Michael Douglas receiving the highest honorary award, the Palme d’Or, in recognition of his 55-year “brilliant career as well as his engagement for cinema.”

The 78-year-old actor turned the prestigious film gathering into a family affair by bringing along his ever-supportive wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and their 20-year-old daughter Carys to celebrate his latest accolade.

Michael Douglas, recipient of the Palme d’Or award, is joined by his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones and their daughter Carys at the 2023 Festival de Cannes opening on May 16, 2023Michael Douglas, recipient of the Palme d’Or award, is joined by his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones and their daughter Carys at the 2023 Festival de Cannes opening on May 16, 2023 (Credit: Abaca Press / INSTARimages)

Walking up the iconic red carpet staircase, the three gave off regal vibes in their designer outfits, with Douglas in a classic tuxedo and the gorgeous mother-daughter duo matchy-matchy in magnificent Elie Saab plunging gowns.

The Mask of Zorro star was elegance and grace personified in a ravishing red and purple chiffon gown with a flowy one-sleeve cape that skimmed the red carpet.

Catherine Zeta-Jones, Michael Douglas, and Carys Zeta pose together in designer ensembles at the screening of Jeanne du Barry during the Cannes Film FestivalCatherine Zeta-Jones, Michael Douglas, and Carys Zeta pose together in designer ensembles at the screening of Jeanne du Barry during the Cannes Film Festival (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)

Hailing from the Lebanese designer’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection, the exquisite piece showcased Catherine’s decolletage with its risqué plunging neckline while accentuating her waist with a cummerbund.

Underneath her gorgeous gown was a $695 pair of Sarah Flint “Perfect Mihaela” satin heels featuring a strappy design, an inch of platforms, and 4.7-inch heels.

Kelly Johnson created Catherine’s look, enhanced with Chopard jewels, including pink and ruby chandelier earrings, a diamond bracelet, and a matching ruby ring.

Catherine Zeta-Jones looks ravishing in a red Elie Saab gown with a plunging neckline and a one-sleeve capeCatherine Zeta-Jones looks ravishing in a red Elie Saab gown with a plunging neckline and a one-sleeve cape (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Catherine has consistently attracted attention with her breathtaking looks, and this time was no different.

Complementing her gorgeous red look, Catherine wore vampy red eyeshadow, matching blush, and mauve lip color. Mary Wiles created her glam “inspired by her dress and earrings with that gorgeous deep red color.”

Meanwhile, hairstylist Stephan Bodin kept Zeta-Jones effortlessly glamorous by styling her brunette tresses in loose curls cascading down her back.

Catherine Zeta-Jones complements her red gown with red smokey eyeshadow, fluttery eyelashes, and mauve lipstickCatherine Zeta-Jones complements her red gown with red smokey eyeshadow, fluttery eyelashes, and mauve lipstick (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)

Making her Cannes Film Festival debut, Carys made sure to serve a memorable look as she donned an exquisite white lace gown that was perfect for the summer film festival.

She skillfully posed for the photographers, showcasing her slim physique in the delicate dress that featured a plunging bodice with side cutouts and a see-through sheer skirt that showed a glimpse of her slender legs.

Carys Zeta looks sensational in a whimsical white lace gown with a plunging neckline and side cutouts by Elie SaabCarys Zeta looks sensational in a whimsical white lace gown with a plunging neckline and side cutouts by Elie Saab (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Looking the spitting image of her gorgeous mom, the aspiring musician wore a demure and simple makeup look that included a dewy bronzed glow, neutral eyeshadow, and matte lipstick.

She had her tresses pulled back into a chic high bun to show off her Chopard earrings. She also wore a Chopard bangle and a couple of diamond rings, curated by her mom’s stylist Kelly Johnson.

Carys Zeta wears her hair in a bun to showcase her sparkling Chopard earrings and dewy makeup lookCarys Zeta wears her hair in a bun to showcase her sparkling Chopard earrings and dewy makeup look (Credit: Robert Smith / INSTARimages)

Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones first met at the Deauville Film Festival in 1998 and wed two years later.

They share two kids together, Dylan Michael, 22, and Carys Zeta, 20.